Guest Author - Heather Martin

Let's face it. No one wants to spend hours laboring over a meal that will be devoured in a matter of 45 minutes. So here's a great pecan pie recipe for those of you who want to make something quick and easy, but who don't want to sacrifice on taste. By using a store bought pie shell, you save loads of time!

Makes 1 Pie

Ingredients:

1 package vanilla instant pudding mix (4 serving size)
1 cup corn syrup (light or dark)
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 each egg, beaten
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 each 8" pie shell, unbaked

Procedure:

1) Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2) In a mixing bowl, combine pudding mix & corn syrup, then gradually add in the evaporated milk and the egg. Make sure to blend well.

3) Fold in pecans, and pour into the pie shell

4) Bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the top starts to crack. Let cool 1-3 hours before serving (can be made the day ahead).

5) Best served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Yum!

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